The Haven School

URN: 142516 • Staffordshire ST18 9AB

Overview

Name
The Haven School
URN
142516
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.7 / 100
School thumbnail

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Zoie Stevenson (since 2025)
Telephone
01785450261
Website
Visit
Address
Cabins 24, 25 and 26, Staffordshire ST18 9AB

Summary

The Haven School is an independent special school located in Staffordshire, catering to children and young people aged 11 to 19 with social, emotional, and mental health needs. With a current enrolment of 49 pupils and a capacity of 52, the school aims to provide a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive without fear of judgement. The school's ethos prioritises individualised support, helping students overcome previous negative experiences in education.

The curriculum at The Haven includes core subjects such as English, mathematics, and science, alongside a variety of additional subjects tailored to individual needs, including creative arts and physical education. Activities range from team sports to individual pursuits, ensuring that every student can find something they enjoy. Each pupil is assigned a keyworker to facilitate communication between school and home, fostering a strong partnership with parents and carers.

The Haven School is committed to ensuring full-time attendance for all students, recognising that some may require gradual support to achieve this goal. The school tracks the progress of its leavers, many of whom successfully transition to further education or training, reflecting the school's dedication to fostering positive outcomes for every pupil.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
52
Pupils
49
Boys
29
Girls
20
FSM %
Open date
2016-05-13
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 49 29 20 52
2024-09-11 48 33 15 50
2023-09-11 27 21 6 45 0.00
2022-09-11 27 21 6 45 0.00
2021-09-11 26 18 8 25 0.00
2020-09-11 25 17 8 25 0.00

Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.

Add a review

Please sign in to post a review. Go to login

Are you the school owner?

Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.

Requires login